Baltimore County Scholarships: A Guide to Funding Your Education
For students in Baltimore County, Maryland, numerous scholarship opportunities exist to help finance their education. These scholarships cater to various academic levels, fields of study, and specific criteria, making higher education more accessible and affordable. This article provides a detailed overview of available scholarships and their requirements, focusing primarily on opportunities within Baltimore County and those applicable to its residents.
Maryland Delegate Scholarship
The Maryland Delegate Scholarship is available to Maryland residents pursuing postsecondary education full-time (12+ credits undergraduate or 9+ credits graduate per semester) or part-time (6-11 credits undergraduate or 6-8 credits graduate per semester) at a Maryland college, university, or private career school.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet at least one of the following conditions:
- Current high school seniors
- Current or prospective full-time degree-seeking undergraduate students
- Current or prospective part-time degree-seeking undergraduate students
- Current or prospective full-time degree-seeking graduate students
- Current or prospective part-time degree-seeking graduate students
- Current or prospective private career school enrollees
- Undocumented students eligible for in-state tuition
- Those enrolled (or were enrolled within the last two years) in a certificate or license program at a community college leading to certification or licensure
All in-state majors are eligible for this scholarship.
Application Process & Requirements
Students should contact their local State Delegate for application instructions. The Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) administers awards based on financial need, as demonstrated on the student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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FAFSA Exception: Students eligible for in-state tuition but ineligible for federal aid must file the Maryland Higher Education Commission One-Application (MHEC One-App) instead of the FAFSA.
Required documentation should be submitted directly to the Delegate’s office.
Award Amount & Renewal
The scholarship award minimum for 2026-2027 is $200, with the maximum amount yet to be determined. Students can hold the Delegate Scholarship with all state awards, but the total amount of all state scholarship awards may not exceed the student's cost of attendance.
The Delegate scholarship is not renewable; students must re-apply each year.
Additional Information
Under specific conditions, award recipients may use this scholarship at an out-of-state school if their major is unavailable at any Maryland institution and their legislator agrees.
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Child Care Scholarship (CCS) Program
Starting May 1, 2025, the Child Care Scholarship (CCS) Program will temporarily stop issuing scholarships to new families. Applicants must provide proof of citizenship or qualified alien status for each child needing care and proof of identity for all household members.
Application Process
- Create an account on the Child Care Scholarship Family Portal.
- If eligible, a temporary, 60-day Scholarship will be issued while the full application is processed.
- Submit required information and documentation for all household members.
Required documents include proof of residency, identity, and approved activity.
CCS Central 2
CCS Central 2 processes Child Care Scholarship applications and Provider Payments, offering a timely appeal and resolution process for payment inaccuracies or disputes.
CCBC Scholarships and Grants
Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) offers various "last dollar in scholarships," covering tuition for eligible students after applying all other financial awards, such as Pell grants, state aid, and scholarships.
Eligibility
To be eligible for CCBC scholarships, students must:
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- Enroll full time or part time (1 or more credits) at CCBC as a degree- or certificate-seeking student.
- Be a Maryland high school graduate, GED recipient, or external diploma program graduate.
- Have an adjusted gross household income of $150,000 or less for a two-parent household, or $100,000 or less for a single parent household (for some scholarships).
Applications can be accessed through the Scholarship and Grant Portal.
College Completion Programs
Students in the College Completion Programs are offered a Last Dollar Grant or Book Award. These need-based awards are for Baltimore City public high school graduates whose student aid index and financial aid package total less than the cost to attend college. Students awarded a CollegeBound Foundation Last Dollar Grant or Book Award are eligible for a renewable grant between $500 and $5,000 annually.
CollegeBound Foundation Scholarships
CollegeBound’s scholarship portfolio is supported by individuals, organizations, foundations, and local businesses. Some competitive scholarships offer additional support through CollegeBound’s College Completion Program.
Athumani A. Brown Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship supports the academic and professional goals of Baltimore City public school students graduating from high school. It was established in memory of Athumani A. Brown, a seventh-grade student of Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School.
Criteria:
- Must be a senior graduating from a Baltimore City public high school with a 2.0 GPA or better
- Demonstrate financial need
- Intend to pursue Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Science
BitView Scholarship
Established by two University of Maryland engineering students, BitView is a nonprofit that empowers students to embrace their STEM identities.
Criteria:
- Must be a senior graduating from a Baltimore City public high school
- Demonstrate financial need
- Be a first-generation college student pursuing Engineering, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Finance, Business, or Cyber-security
- Complete CollegeBound’s online application
- Submit a Resilience Essay
J. Frederick Motz Scholarship
This scholarship honors J. Frederick Motz, a lifelong Baltimorean who believed in the power of education.
Criteria:
- Must be a graduating senior from a Baltimore City Public High School
- Demonstrate financial need
- Intend to pursue a career in law or public service
- Plan on attending a four-year institution
- Submit a Resilience Essay
Lozano Memorial Scholarship
Established by Samantha Lozano to honor her late parents, Bernadette and Samuel Lozano, who championed her pursuit of higher education.
M&T Bank Scholarship
M&T Bank offers a renewable scholarship to help Baltimore City public high school students attend college. Scholars also receive skill-building workshops/seminars and a paid summer internship during each of their college years.
Criteria:
- Must have a cumulative 2.8 GPA or better
- Demonstrate financial need
- Be accepted to and attend a Maryland four-year college or university
- Plan to major in an approved major
- Submit a merit essay
Chef John Shields Scholarship
This scholarship honors Chef John Shields and his commitment to Baltimore by helping young adults pursue culinary or hospitality management.
Stacy N. Brown Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship honors Stacy N. Brown, who dedicated her life to uplifting others.
Criteria:
- Must be an African American female graduating senior from a Baltimore City or Baltimore County high school
- Plan to attend a four-year college or university
- Plan to major in or express strong interest in Information Technology fields
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Submit a Resilience Essay
Alice G. Pinderhughes Scholarship
This scholarship honors Alice G. Pinderhughes.
Babette K. Inglehart Scholarship
Criteria:
- Must be a female senior at a Baltimore City Public School
- Be accepted to and attend a four-year college/university
- Have a GPA of 3.2 or better out of 4.0
- Show verifiable community service
- Demonstrate financial need
- Plan to major in the biological sciences; chemistry; engineering; public health; or medicine
- Submit an essay describing academic and professional goals
Clare J. Siegel Scholarship
This scholarship is a memorial to Clare J. Siegel, a pioneer in infant and toddler education.
Deric Dowd Scholarship
Established in honor of Deric Dowd, who was dedicated to studying counseling.
Marvin Pryor Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Marvin Pryor, who was passionate about Architecture.
Criteria:
- Must be passionate about Architecture and committed to pursuing a degree in Architecture or a related field at a 4-year or 2-year college
- Have 75 hours of verifiable community service
- Demonstrate financial need
- Submit a Resilience Essay
Shirley E. Howard Scholarship
This award honors Shirley E. Howard.
Criteria:
- Must major in a health-related services area
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Be accepted at a two or four year college or university
- Submit an essay discussing academic and professional goals
Walter G. Amprey Scholarship
Walter G. Amprey, former Superintendent of Baltimore City Public Schools, dedicated his career to educating children.
Bragny V. Diaz Jr. Scholarship
This scholarship will carry on Bragny’s legacy of overcoming unyielding challenges and persevering triumphantly.
Criteria:
- Must have cumulative 2.0 GPA or better
- Submit Resilience Essay
Dunbar Class of 1958 Scholarship
This book scholarship is designed to support one student who attends Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and one student who attends Western High School.
Criteria:
- Must have a cumulative high school GPA of 2.5 or better
- Demonstrate financial need
- Submit a Resilience Essay
Cardrienne P. Griffin Scholarship
This scholarship honors the life and legacy of Cardrienne P. Griffin, WO-BE-CO Co-Founder, and former Baltimore City school teacher.
Criteria:
- Must be an African American female who attends one of the designated schools
- Aspires to attend college/university or trade school
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above
- Demonstrate financial need
- Submit a Resilience Essay
Late James M. Griffin Scholarship
This scholarship honors the life and legacy of the late James M. Griffin, a civil rights and social justice advocate.
Criteria:
- Must be an African American male who is graduating from Dunbar High School
- Will be attending a community college, 4 year college/university or trade school
- Demonstrates financial need
- Submits a Resilience Essay
Junior Molina Lemus Scholarship
“I am a person that wants to be someone in life.” These are the words of Junior Molina Lemus, a rising senior at the National Academy Foundation School of Baltimore (NAF).
CCBC Specific Scholarships
CCBC offers numerous scholarships with specific criteria related to campus, major, GPA, and other factors. Here are some examples:
- A.J. Guckert Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 6 or more credits/billable hours at the CCBC Essex campus with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA.
- AFCEA of Central Maryland Scholarship: Awarded to a Baltimore County resident enrolled in at least 12 credits in a STEM major.
- Anne O. and Melvin L. Koch Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 6 or more credits/billable hours at the CCBC Essex campus with a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA; applicant must be a Human Services or Mental Health major.
- Anne O. McCready Scholarship: Awarded to a new student with a minimum cumulative 2.0 high school GPA or a returning student with a minimum cumulative 2.0 CCBC GPA; applicant must be enrolled in 6 or more credits seeking a degree in Education.
- Anthony Michael Fedi Endowment: Awarded to students in a program of study relating to Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics who reside in the greater Dundalk area.
- Ashton V. Fletcher, Jr. Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 6 or more credits/billable hours with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA; applicant must have a declared major of Music.
- Baltimore County STEM Alliance Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in at least 6 credit/billable hours.
- Bernard C. Ruck Sr. Scholarship: Awarded to a student who has been admitted into the Mortuary Science degree program with a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
- Betty Penski Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 6 or more credits at the CCBC Essex campus with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA; applicant must be a recent graduate of Perry Hall High School.
- Beverly K. and M. Graham Vinzant, Jr. Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 6 or credits/billable hours at the CCBC Catonsville campus with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA.
- Brian M. & Denise M. Haugh Scholarship: Awarded to a second year clinical Nursing student at the CCBC Catonsville campus with a minimum 2.75 GPA; applicant must demonstrate financial need by filing the FAFSA.
- Carmen Sorrentino Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in at least 12 credits/billable hours in a Teacher Education related program.
- Carol A. Eustis Scholarship: Awarded to a Performing Arts major enrolled in 6 or more credits/billable hours with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
- CCBC Alumni Association Transfer Scholarship: Awarded to a student with a minimum cumulative 3.0 CCBC GPA for transfer students to be used towards tuition, books, and required fees, or room and board.
- CCBC Completion Scholarship: Awarded to students who are close to completing their degree program with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA.
- CCBC Foundation Roy P. and Barbara K. Johnson Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 12 or more credits/billable hours with a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
- CCBC Jennie M. and Ralph E. Brown Scholarship: Awarded to a Maryland born student who has been accepted into the Nursing degree program at the CCBC Catonsville campus with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 to 3.5.
- CCBC Marvin J. Perry Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 6 or more credits with a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA; applicant must be a Nursing or Chemistry major who demonstrates financial need by filing the FAFSA.
- Charles and Mary Lisa Langmeade Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 6 or more credits/billable hours with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA; applicant must be a Baltimore City resident who demonstrates financial need by filing the FAFSA.
- Charles E. Kyle Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 12 or more credits/billable hours at the CCBC Essex campus with a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
- Charlotte Hudson Scholarship: Awarded to a student admitted into the Nursing degree program at the CCBC Essex campus with a minimum cumulative 3.5 GPA.
- Charlotte Wade Todesco Scholarship: Awarded to a student in their second year of the Radiography degree program enrolled in 6 or more credits at the CCBC Essex campus with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA.
- Coach Randy Gregory Endowed Scholarship Fund: Awarded to a student accepted to the Cardinals basketball team who is attending CCBC at the Catonsville campus.
- Donald J. Reichardt Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 12 or more credits/billable hours at the CCBC Essex campus with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
- Dr. Giles B. Cooke Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in 6 or more credits at the CCBC Essex campus with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA; applicant must be a Baltimore County resident majoring in Chemistry or Science who demonstrates financial need by filing the FAFSA.
- Dr. Kathleen Gandy Perry Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in at least 6 credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0; applicant must be a Business or Accounting major and/or plans to participate in a CCBC Study Abroad or Study away program and demonstrate financial need by filing the FAFSA.
- Dr. Sandra Kurtinitis, Ph.D. Endowed Scholarship for Performing Arts: Awarded to a student enrolled in at least 6 credits toward one of the following programs of study: Art and Design, Theatre, Music, or Dance.
UMBC Scholarships
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) offers a range of general merit scholarships to in-state, out-of-state, undocumented, DACA, and international students. These four-year scholarships range from $1,000 to $15,000 per year.
Scholars Programs
In addition to general merit scholarships, UMBC offers seven Scholars Programs based on academic interest.
Eligibility and Application
Consideration is based upon a numerical standard and competition of the applicant pool. Eligibility is based on credentials provided at the time of application for admission. General merit scholarships do not require a separate application! Meeting the early action admission deadline guarantees scholarship consideration.
After receiving your campus ID, submit a General Application on the Scholarship Retriever platform. Students may only accept one (1) UMBC academic / merit scholarship.
Additional Information
All merit scholarship reviews are completed at the time of admission based on a set standard determined by the university’s senior leadership. Students cannot appeal these award amounts as they are final. Additional scholarships available at UMBC can be found in Scholarship Retriever.
A FAFSA is not required to receive a UMBC merit scholarship, however, it is always encouraged for additional aid opportunities.
Maryland State Aid
The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC), through its Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA), helps Maryland residents access and complete higher education.
Types of Aid
- Educational Assistance Grant: Awarded to full-time undergraduates who demonstrate financial need.
- Guaranteed Access Grant: A need-based award that provides financial assistance for tuition and other educational expenses.
- Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship: College-ready, recent high school graduates can attend CCBC debt-free!
- Part-Time Grant: Awarded to Maryland residents who are degree-seeking undergraduates enrolled in at least six (but no more than 11) credits per semester.
- Workforce Shortage Student Assistance Grant (WSSAG): For students who plan to work in a specific career or occupational programs upon graduation.
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